Ombudsman Recruitment at Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority 2026
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 1
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹216,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Retired District Judge, or qualified to be a District Judge, or 10 years of experience in regulatory functions, or 10 years of specialized knowledge in law, finance, corporate matters, economics, management, or administration.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Minimum 10 years of experience in regulatory functions or specialized fields like law, finance, and administration.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 45 to 70 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Offline
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) is seeking applications for 1 position of Ombudsman on a contract basis to facilitate the resolution of subscriber grievances. This prestigious role offers a fixed monthly remuneration of ₹2,16,000 and is open to retired District Judges or professionals with at least 10 years of specialized experience in law, finance, or administration. The selected candidate will operate from the PFRDA headquarters in New Delhi, discharging powers under the PFRDA Act 2013 to ensure fair treatment of pension subscribers. This post is highly attractive for senior legal or regulatory experts looking to contribute to a critical statutory body overseeing India's pension sector.
- The appointment is strictly on a contract basis for a tenure of three years, with a maximum age limit of 70 years.
- Selected candidates are required to work for at least 3 days a week at the Authority's office in New Delhi.
- Applicants must be at least 45 years of age and possess high moral integrity with no criminal record.
- The selection process is based on personal interaction and interview conducted by a designated selection committee.
- Hard copies of applications must reach the Deputy General Manager by the deadline of June 10, 2026.
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Additional Salary Information
Fixed monthly payment of ₹2,16,000 on a consolidated basis plus necessary infrastructure for discharge of functions.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Personal Interaction Interview Document Verification
Application Fees
No application fee mentioned
Reservation
Total Vacancy: 01 (Unreserved/General)
How to Apply
- The application form and declaration format are available in the detailed notification document.
- Candidates must fill out the bio-data strictly in the prescribed format in capital letters.
- Applications must be accompanied by self-attested copies of certificates in support of age, qualifications, and experience.
- A recent passport-size photograph must be glued to the top right-hand corner of the application form and signed across.
- The mandatory declaration regarding insolvency, conduct, and previous directorships must be completed and signed.
- The hard copy of the application should be sent by post in a cover superscribing 'Application for appointment of Ombudsman on contract basis'.
- The application must be sent to: Smt. Bhawna Malhotra, Deputy General Manager, Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority, E-500, 5th Floor, Tower E, World Trade Center, Nauroji Nagar, New Delhi - 110029.
- The application must reach the specified address latest by 10th June, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Ombudsman is entitled to a fixed monthly consolidated payment of ₹2,16,000, subject to applicable tax deductions.
Candidates must be a retired District Judge, qualified to be a District Judge, or have 10 years of experience in regulatory functions, law, finance, or administration.
The minimum age required is 45 years, and the maximum age to hold the office is 70 years.
